Admissions Recruiter

Nebraska; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

13 paid holidays

Tuition remission

Generous leave

Job summary

The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is seeking an Admissions Recruiter to advance its enrollment strategy by representing UNK at college fairs, schools, and community events across Nebraska and beyond. You will travel extensively to meet prospective students, collaborate with high school counselors, and deliver engaging presentations that showcase UNK's programs and campus life.

Strong public speaking skills and independent work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• One year experience with public speaking and the creation of engaging presentations to a wide variety of audiences and group sizes.
• Demonstrated experience interacting and connecting with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective students from within an assigned territory in Nebraska and other states.
• Represent UNK at college fairs, educational planning programs, receptions, and high schools.
• Coordinate with high school counselors, school administrators, and teachers to build connections with prospective students.
• Travel extensively across territory, including overnight and some weekend travel.

Skills

Public speaking

Presentation skills

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Admissions Recruiter is an essential position to the University's overall enrollment strategy for recruiting prospective students from within an assigned territory, within Nebraska and other states. You will serve as a representative of UNK recruiting students at college fairs, educational planning programs, receptions, and high schools. Effective recruiters coordinate with high school counselors, school administrators, and teachers to build connections with prospective students and their families to become the next generation of Lopers. Extensive travel across territory is required and may include overnight and occasional weekend travel.

One year experience with public speaking and the creation of engaging presentations to a wide variety of audiences and group sizes.

Demonstrated experience interacting and connecting with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Must have the ability to work independently and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft office applications and the willingness to learn new technologies is a must.

Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in dealing with public and holding leadership positions in academic/extracurricular/service/student/professional organizations

Bi-lingual in Spanish

About Us:

The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is a public university committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. As part of the University of Nebraska system, UNK offers a supportive, student-focused environment with the resources of a larger institution. Located in central Nebraska, UNK serves around 6,000 students and is known for its strong academics, welcoming campus culture, and dedication to student success. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and the power of education to transform lives.

As a University of Nebraska employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, retirement, and wellness programs-plus 13 paid holidays each year, generous leave options, and tuition remission.

Campus Name: University of Nebraska Kearney (UNK)

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: Nate Pierce-Panowicz at [e-mail]

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.